2027 New Jersey CGA Safety Summit

2027 New Jersey CGA Safety Summit

Join Us at the Inaugural Summit!

March 25, 2027  ·  Meadowlands Expo Center

New Jersey's excavators, underground utility focused-contractors, and other damage prevention stakeholders are invited to join us at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in Seacaucus on March 25, 2027, for the very first New Jersey Common Ground Alliance (NJCGA) Safety Summit. This groundbreaking event will feature valuable educational sessions, unique networking opportunities, and more! The event is free to attend and registration is set to open later this year.

Please continue to check back for exciting updates and announcements. 

Sponsor or exhibitor at the NJCGA Safety Summit
Click the button above to register as a sponsor or exhibitor for the very first NJCGA Safety Summit! Make your mark on this inaugural event while connecting directly with your target audiences, having your logo included on event materials, and more. A variety of packages are available, including large equipment exhibit booths!


At the Summit

Why Attend?

Join Us for the Ultimate Experience in Damage Prevention, Featuring:

🚑 A powerful keynote speaker sharing their story after a devastating industry accident

📣 Important updates from the NJ Board of Public Utilities (BPU)

🔥 Engaging educational sessions on AI, emerging technology, & other hot industry topics

🏆 Interactive games and challenges

🚛 Equipment displays and demonstrations

🍽️ Two free meals—we can't learn on an empty stomach!

👀 Exhibitor booths with awesome giveaways

And so much more!



Excavator & Locator of the Year Awards

The Excavator & Locator Achievement Awards recognize New Jersey's best partners in damage prevention for the previous year. This is your chance to give these professionals the recognition they deserve by nominating them! It only takes a couple minutes to complete.

NOMINATIONS OPEN SOON—PLEASE CHECK BACK.

One excavator and one locate technician will each receive a plaque and a $150 gift card presented at the New Jersey Safety Summit on March 25, 2027. 


Meet Jackie Schmillen, Our Roving Reporter

Meet Jackie Schmillen, Our Roving Reporter

Jackie Schmillen has been a part of safety summits across the country and is excited to join us for the very first NJCGA Safety Summit as our roving reporter! Catch Jackie making her way throughout the building and reporting live from exhibitor booths, interactive stations, and more. Known as the VP of Delight and Entertainment, she's ready to bring energy and excitement to the summit!

Photo from Jackie Schmillen on Facebook. 




About NJCGA

About NJCGA

The New Jersey Common Ground Alliance (NJCGA) is a member-driven damage prevention council that is comprised of all stakeholders who want to be part of damage prevention. Through shared responsibility among all stakeholders, NJCGA works to reduce damages to New Jersey Infrastructure—ensuring public safety, education, environmental protection, and the integrity of services by promoting effective damage prevention practices. Learn more at njcga.com. 

Location

Location: Meadowlands Expo Center, 335 Plaza Drive, Secaucus, NJ 07094